To install Kies (PC Sync) 1. Download the latest version of Kies from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies) and install it on your PC. 2. Using a PC data cable, connect your device to your PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on your PC. Refer to the Kies help for more information. www.samsung.com/cn Printed in Korea GH68-XXXXXA English (CHN). 04/2011. Rev. 1.
GT-I8250 user manual
Using this manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards. This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device. Read me first • Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use.
• Samsung is not liable for performance issues or • • • • incompatibilities caused by user editing of registry settings. You may upgrade your mobile device’s software by accessing www.samsung.com/cn. Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in this device are licenced for limited use between Samsung and their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws.
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Contents Assembling ......................................................... 11 Unpack ............................................................................... 11 Install the SIM or USIM card and battery . .................. 12 Charge the battery .......................................................... 14 Insert a memory card . .................................................... 17 Attach a hand strap ......................................................... 20 Getting started . ................
Communication ................................................. 45 Calling ................................................................................ 45 Messages ........................................................................... 52 Email ................................................................................... 54 Fetion . ................................................................................ 56 139 邮箱 ........................................................................
Navigation ......................................................................... 81 Mobile Music . ................................................................... 82 Mobile Reader .................................................................. 82 Mobile Stock ..................................................................... 82 Mobile TV . ......................................................................... 83 Mobile Video ..................................................................
Settings . .............................................................. 99 Access the Settings menu .............................................. 99 Wireless & networks ........................................................ 99 Call settings . .................................................................. 101 Sound .............................................................................. 104 Display . ...........................................................................
Assembling Unpack Check your product box for the following items: • • • • Mobile device Battery Travel adapter (charger) User manual Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty. • The items supplied with your device may vary • • • depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider.
Install the SIM or USIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To use UMTS or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card. To install the SIM or USIM card and battery, 1 2 If the device is on, press and hold the Power/Lock key and select Power off → OK to turn it off. Remove the back cover.
3 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. 4 Insert the battery. 5 Replace the back cover.
Charge the battery Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the battery. You can charge the device with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a PC with a PC data cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unauthorised chargers or cables can cause batteries to explode or damage your device. When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and display a low battery message. The battery icon will also be empty.
Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. 2 3 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet. • You can use the device while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • While the device is charging, the touch screen may not function due to an unstable power supply. If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device. • While charging, the device may heat up.
Charging a completely discharged battery may take about X hours. Because the battery is a consumable part, the battery will gradually wear out and the charging time will be reduced. The initial charging capacity of your battery is about XXXX mAh. To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use. The travel adapter does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the travel adapter from the outlet to interrupt the power supply. The travel adapter should remain close to the socket when in use.
›› Reduce the battery consumption If you activate auto-syncing, the Bluetooth feature, or the WLAN feature in the background, the battery will drain faster. To use the battery longer, close unnecessary applications. You can also decrease the backlight time and the brightness of the display, or switch to Sleep mode by pressing the Power/Lock key when you are not using your device. Insert a memory card To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory card.
1 2 3 4 Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the device. Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing down. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. Close the cover to the memory card slot. ›› Remove the memory card Before removing a memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 2 3 18 → Settings → Storage → In Idle mode, select Unmount SD card → OK. Open the cover to the memory card slot on the side of the device.
4 5 6 Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot. Remove the memory card. Close the cover to the memory card slot. Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device. ›› Format the memory card Formatting your memory card on a PC may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device.
Attach a hand strap 1 2 3 20 Remove the back cover. Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection. Replace the back cover.
Getting started Turn your device on and off To turn on your device, press and hold the Power/Lock key. Your device will automatically connect to the cellular network. If you turn on your device for the first time, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device for its first use. To turn off your device, press and hold the Power/Lock key and then select Power off → OK.
Get to know your device ›› Device layout Front camera lens Volume key Proximity sensor Light sensor Earpiece Touch screen Home key Back key Menu key Mobile TV key Mouthpiece Multifunction jack Headset jack TV antenna Power/Lock key Speaker Rear camera lens Back cover Memory card slot Internal antenna 22 Getting started
›› Keys Key Function Power/ Lock Menu Home Turn on or off the device (press and hold); End a call; Access the quick menus (press and hold); Lock the touch screen. Open a list of options available on the current screen; Open the quick search bar (press and hold). Return to the idle screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and hold). Back Return to the previous screen. Mobile TV Launch the mobile TV application. Volume Adjust the device’s volume.
Icon Definition EDGE network connected UMTS network connected Open WLANs available WLAN activated Bluetooth activated Bluetooth headset connected GPS activated Voice call in progress Call on hold Speakerphone activated Missed call Synchronised with the web Uploading data Downloading data Call diverting activated Connected to PC 24 Getting started
Icon Definition USB tethering activated WLAN hotspot activated No SIM or USIM card New text or multimedia message New email message New voice mail message Alarm activated Event notification Roaming (outside of normal service area) Silent mode activated Flight mode activated Vibration activated Music playback in progress Error occurred or caution required Battery power level 10:00 Current time Getting started 25
Use the touch screen Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. • To avoid scratching the touch screen, do not use sharp tools. • Do not allow the touch screen to come into • contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Control your touch screen with the following actions: • Tap: Touch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application. • Tap and hold: Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds. • Drag: Tap an item and move it to the location you want.
• Double-tap: Tap an item twice quickly. • Flick: Scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens. • Your device turns off the touch screen when you do • 28 not use the device for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press any key except for [ ]. You can also adjust the backlight time. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Display → Screen timeout.
Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys You can lock the touch screen and keys to prevent any unwanted device operations. To lock, press the Power/Lock key. To unlock, turn on the screen and drag right until it reaches the dot. Get to know the idle screen When the device is in Idle mode, you will see the idle screen. From the idle screen, you can view your device’s status and access applications. The idle screen has 7 panels. Scroll left or right to a panel of the idle screen.
2 Select the item category → an item: • Widgets: Add widgets to the idle screen. • Shortcuts: Add shortcuts to items, such as applications, bookmarks, and contacts. • Folders: Create a new folder or add folders for your contacts. • Wallpapers: Set a background image. ›› Move items on the idle screen 1 Tap and hold an item to move until the item appears grey. 2 Drag the item to the location you want. ›› Remove items from the idle screen 1 Tap and hold an item to remove.
• Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth wireless connection feature. ► p. 84 • Data On/Data Off: Activate or deactivate the data connection feature. • Silent: Activate or deactivate the silent mode. • Auto rotation: Activate or deactivate the auto rotation. Available options may vary depending on your region or service provider. ›› Add or remove panels to the idle screen You can add or remove panels of the idle screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs.
Access applications To access your device’s applications, 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select to access the application list. Scroll left or right to another application screen. You can also select a dot on the top of the screen to move to the corresponding main menu screen directly. Select an application. You can add a shortcut to an application by tapping and holding the application icon from the application list. You can move the icon to the location you want on the idle screen.
3 4 Drag the application icon to the location you want. You can move an application icon to another main menu screen. You can also move most-used applications next to . Press [ ] → Save. To change the order of the main menu screens, 1 2 In the application list, place your two fingers on the screen and pinch. Tap and hold the thumbnail of a screen and drag it to the location you want. ›› Access recent applications 1 2 Press and hold [ ] to open the list of applications you have accessed recently.
Customise your device Get more from your device by customising it to match your preferences. ›› Set the current time and date 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Date and time. 2 Set the time and date and change other options. ›› Turn on or off the touch tone In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Audible selection. ›› Adjust the volume of the ringtones Press the Volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone volume.
›› Change your ringtone 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Sound → Phone ringtone. Select a ringtone from the list and select OK. ›› Activate animation for switching windows In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Display → Animation → Some animations or All animations. ›› Select a wallpaper for the idle screen 1 2 3 In Idle mode, press [ ] → Wallpaper → an option. Select an image. Select Save or Set wallpaper.
›› Set a screen lock You can lock the touch screen with an unlock pattern or password to prevent unauthorised people from using the device without your permission. • Once you set a screen lock, your device will require • • an unlock code each time you turn it on or unlock the touch screen. If you forget your PIN or password, bring your device to a Samsung Service Centre to unlock it.
Set an unlock PIN code 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location & security → Set up screen lock → PIN. Enter a new PIN (numeric) and select Continue. Enter the PIN again and select OK. Set an unlock password 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location & security → Set up screen lock → Password. Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. Enter the password again and select OK.
Once the PIN lock is enabled, you must enter the PIN each time you turn on the device. • If you enter an incorrect PIN too many times, your • SIM or USIM card will be blocked. You must enter a PIN unlock key (PUK) to unblock the SIM or USIM card. If you block your SIM or USIM card by entering an incorrect PUK, bring the card to your service provider to unblock it. Enter text You can enter text by selecting characters on the virtual keypad or by inputting handwriting on the screen.
You can also use the following keys: 3 1 4 2 5 6 Number Function 1 Switch to Number/Symbol mode. 2 Access the keypad settings; Change the text input method (tap and hold). 3 Clear your input. 4 Start a new line. 5 Switch to Pinyin, English, or Korean mode; Available input modes vary depending on the selected text input method. 6 Insert a space.
When entering text with the Samsung IME, you can use the following modes: Mode Pinyin English XT9 (Predictive text) Korean Number Symbol 40 Function 1. Select appropriate virtual keys to enter pinyins or write pinyins. 2. Select and scroll up or down until the character you want appears. 3. Select the character. Select an appropriate virtual key to enter characters or write characters. If you are using 3x4 keypad, you can use the XT9 mode. 1. In English mode, select XT9 (The dot turns green). 2.
›› Copy and paste text While you are entering text, you can use the copy and paste feature to use text in other applications. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Place the cursor on the text you want to copy. Tap and hold the text input field. Select Select word from the option list. Drag or to select the text you want. Tap and hold the highlighted text. Select Copy to copy, or Cut to cut the text onto the clipboard. In another application, tap and hold the text input field.
1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select MM. Select an item category → an item. Select 下载 (for free items) or 购买. If you select 下载 → Install to download the item immediately. If you select 购买, you need to enter your credit card information. Follow the on-screen instructions. Download files from the web When you download files or web applications from the web, your device saves them in a memory card. Files you download from the web can include viruses that will damage your device.
Synchronise data You can synchronise data with various web servers and back up or restore your data. Once the synchronisation is completed, your device stays connected to the web. If any change is made on the web, the updated information will appear on your device and will automatically begin synchronisation, and vice versa. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider.
›› Synchronise data manually 1 2 3 44 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Accounts & sync. Select an account. Select Sync now. Your device will start synchronising the data you set for synchronisation.
Communication Calling Learn to use calling functions, such as making and answering calls, using options available during a call or customising and using call-related features. ›› Make and answer a call You can use the buttons or the touch screen when you make, accept, end or reject calls. When you hold the device near your face, your device automatically turns off the touch screen to prevent accidental inputs. Make a call 1 In Idle mode, select → Keypad.
Number 2 3 4 46 Function 1 Access the call log. 2 Open the dialling screen. 3 Make a call. 4 Access your favourite contacts. 5 Access the contact list. 6 Clear your input. 7 Send a message. Enter an area code and a phone number. You can set the device to show the area code. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call settings → Phone number locator. Select to make a call. To end the call, select End call. • Use the phonebook to save numbers you dial frequently.
Answer a call 1 2 When a call comes in, select Accept. When the device is ringing, press the Volume key to mute the ringtone. To end the call, select End call. Reject a call When a call comes in, select Reject. The caller will hear a busy tone. To send a message when you reject incoming calls, select Reject with msg. To change the message, select Settings → Call settings → Reject call with message.
›› Use options during a call You can use the following options while a call is in progress: 4 1 2 5 3 6 7 Number 48 Function 1 Place a call on hold. To retrieve a held call, tap . 2 Record a call conversation. 3 Activate the speakerphone feature. In noisy environments, you may have difficulty hearing some calls while using the speakerphone feature. For better audio performance, use the normal phone mode. 4 Open the dialling screen. 5 End a current call.
Number 6 7 Function Converse with the other party via a Bluetooth headset. Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. In addition to the options on the screen, you can use the following options: • To adjust the voice volume, press the Volume key up or down. • To answer a second call, select Accept when a call waiting • tone sounds. The device asks whether to end or hold the first call. You must subscribe to the call waiting service to use this feature.
›› Use additional features You can use various other call-related features, such as auto rejection, Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode, or call diverting or barring. Set auto rejection Use auto rejection to reject calls from certain numbers automatically. To activate auto rejection and set up the reject list, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call settings → Auto reject. Select Voice call or Video call. Select Enable auto reject to activate auto rejection.
Set call forwarding Call diverting is a network feature to send incoming calls to another number that you specify. You can set this feature separately for several conditions when you are not able to answer calls, such as when you are already on the phone or when you are outside of the service area. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Call settings → Call forwarding. Select Voice call or Video call. Select a condition.
›› View call logs You can view logs of your calls filtered by their types. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select → Logs. Press [ ] → View by → an option to sort the call logs. From the call logs, you can make a call or send a message directly to a contact by quickly flicking the contact to the left or right. Select a log to view its details. From the detail view, you can dial the number, send a message to the number or add the number to the phonebook or reject list.
4 5 Select Tap to compose and enter your message text. To insert emoticons, press [ ] → Insert smiley. Select Send to send the message. ›› Send a multimedia message 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In Idle mode, select → New message. Select Contacts. You can enter a number manually or select one from the recent recipients or contact groups by selecting another button. Select contacts and select Add. When you enter an email address, the device will convert the message as a multimedia message.
3 4 Select a text or multimedia message from the message thread. For a multimedia message, select attachment. to view the ›› Listen to voice mail messages If you have set missed calls to be diverted to the voice mail server, callers may leave voice messages when you do not answer incoming calls. To access your voice mail inbox and listen to voice mail messages, 1 2 In Idle mode, select hold 1. → Keypad and then tap and Follow the instructions from the voice mail server.
4 5 Select Next (for general email accounts) or Manual setup (for other company email accounts). Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are finished setting up the email account, the email messages are downloaded to your device. If you have created more than two accounts, you can switch between email accounts; Press [ ] → Accounts and select one you want to retrieve messages from. ›› Send an email message 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account.
›› View an email message When you open an email account, you can view previously retrieved emails offline or connect to the email server to view new messages. After retrieving email messages, you can view them offline. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Email → an email account. Press [ ] → Refresh to update the messages folder. Select an email message. Fetion Learn to chat with friends and family via the Fetion messenger.
3 4 Enter your message and select Send. To end the chat, press [ ] → End chat. 139 邮箱 You can receive emails from your preset account assigned by your service provider, and reply promptly when a new email arrives. For more details, contact your service provider. ›› Set up an email account using 139 mail You can use your phone number as your email account and send or receive emails. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select 139 邮箱. Start the 139 Mail wizard to create a 139 Mail account.
Entertainment Camera Learn how to capture and view photos and videos. You can take photos at resolutions up to 3 megapixels and videos at resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels. • The camera automatically turns off when you do not use it for a specified period. • The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions. ›› Capture a photo 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments.
Number 1 2 3 4 5 3 Function Adjust the colour balance according to lighting conditions. Switch between the front and rear camera lenses. Capture a photo. Set the camera to include location information for your photos. Change the camera settings. Reset menus and shooting options. 6 View the photo you captured last. 7 Switch to the camcorder. Select to take a photo. The photo is saved automatically. After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the captured photos.
›› Capture a photo by using preset options for various scenes Your camera provides you with predefined settings for various scenes. You can simply select the proper mode for your shooting condition and subjects. For example, when you take photos at night, select the night mode that uses an extended exposure. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Select → a scene. Make any necessary adjustments. Select to take a photo.
›› Customise camera settings Before taking a photo, select options: to access the following Option Function Scene mode Change the scene mode. Picture size Change the resolution option. Picture quality Set the quality level for your photos. Color effect Apply a special effect, such as sepia or black and white tones. Camera settings Reset menus and shooting options. ›› Record a video 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Camera. Select to switch to the camcorder.
3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any necessary adjustments. 1 2 5 6 3 7 4 Number Change the resolution option. 2 Switch between the front and rear camera lenses. 3 Record a video. 4 Switch to the camera. 5 6 7 62 Function 1 Entertainment Adjust the color balance according to lighting conditions. Apply a special effect, such as sepia or black and white tones. Reset menus and shooting options View the video you recorded last.
4 5 Select to start recording. Select to stop recording. The video is saved automatically. The camcorder may not be able to properly record videos to a memory card with a slow transfer speed. After recording videos, select the image viewer icon to view the recorded videos. • • • • To view more videos, scroll left or right. To send a video to others, select Share. To play a video, select Play. To delete a video, select Delete.
Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device's memory and memory card. ›› Supported file formats Type Format Image Extension: bmp, gif, jpg, png, wbmp, agif Video • Extension: 3gp, mp4 • Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264 • Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. ›› View a photo 1 2 3 4 64 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Gallery.
While viewing a photo, use the following options: • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, select or . You can also tap the • • screen with two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). To start a slideshow in the selected folder, select Slideshow. Tap the screen to stop the slideshow. To use additional features using the photo, such as sharing, deleting, and editing options, select Menu.
Music Learn to listen to your favourite music while on the go with the music player. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, wma, ogg, aac, flac, ra. ›› Add music files to your device Start by transferring files to your device or memory card: • • • • Download from the web. ► p. 77 Download from a PC with a Samsung Kies. ► p. 91 Receive via Bluetooth. ► p. 86 Copy to your memory card. ► p.
Number 1 2 3 Function Pause playback; Select to resume playback. Skip backward; Scan backward in a file (tap and hold). Move to a point of the file by dragging the bar. 4 Open the playlist. 5 Activate Shuffle mode. 6 7 Change the repeat mode (off, repeating one file, or repeating all files). Skip forward; Scan forward in a file (tap and hold). • You can control playback with a headset: Press the • • headset button to play or pause playback.
›› Create a playlist 1 2 3 4 5 68 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Music. Select a music category → a music file. Press [ ] → Add to playlist → New. Enter a title for your new playlist and select Save. To add more music files to the playlist, play a file and press [ ] → Add to playlist → the new playlist.
Personal information Contacts Learn to create and manage a list of your personal or business contacts stored on the device’s memory or a SIM or USIM card. You can save names, mobile phone numbers, home phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays and more for your contacts. ›› Create a contact 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, select Select . . Select a memory location. Enter contact information. • To add a new item, select . To delete an item, select .
4 5 6 Select a memory location. Enter contact information. Select Save to add the contact to memory. ›› Find a contact 1 2 3 In Idle mode, select . Scroll up or down on the contact list. Select a contact’s name. Once you find a contact, you can: • call the contact by selecting the phone number. • send a message by selecting Message. • edit the contact information by pressing [ ] → Edit. • share the contact information with others by pressing [ ] → Send via → a sharing option.
3 4 Enter your own personal details. Select Save. You can send your namecard by attaching it to a message or email or transferring it via the Bluetooth wireless feature. ›› Retrieve contacts from your community accounts You can view the list of community site accounts and select an account to add a contact from the website to your phone contacts. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select Press [ . ] → Get friends. Select an account. Follow the on-screen instructions.
›› Copy contacts You can copy contacts to and from the SIM or USIM card. 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, select . Press [ ] → Import/Export → Import from SIM card or Export to SIM card. Select contacts to copy and select Import or Export. For exporting contacts, select Yes to confirm. ›› Import or export contacts You can save all of your contacts as vcf files in a memory card, and export them from a memory card. 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, select Press [ . ] → Import/Export → Import from SD card.
›› View the communication log You can view the communication log of calls, messages, email or SNS threads. 1 2 In Idle mode, select → History. Select an item you want to view. ›› View the social network activities You can view the recent activities of contacts in social network services, such as Kaixin and Renren. 1 2 In Idle mode, select → Activities. Select an item you want to view.
Calendar Learn to create and manage daily, weekly or monthly events, and set alarms to remind yourself of important events. ›› Create an event 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Press [ ] → More → Create. Enter the details of the event as required. Select Done. ›› View events To change the calendar view, 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calendar. Select a view mode from the top of the calendar.
›› Stop an event alarm If you set an alarm for a calendar event, the event alarm icon will appear at the specified time. 1 2 3 Open the shortcuts panel from the top of the screen. Select a reminder to view more details about the event. To snooze or dismiss the reminder, select Snooze all or Dismiss all. Notes Learn to create and view notes. ›› Create a note 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Notes. Press [ ] → Add note. Enter your memo text.
Voice recorder Learn to operate your phone’s voice recorder. ›› Record a voice memo 1 2 3 4 5 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice recorder. Select to start recording. Speak into the microphone. When you are finished, select . To record more voice memos, select of the screen. from the bottom ›› Play a voice memo 1 2 3 76 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Voice recorder. Select . In a playlist, select a voice memo to play.
Web Web services require a data connection. Contact your operator to choose the best data plan. Internet Learn to access and bookmark your favourite web pages. • You may incur additional charges for accessing the • web and downloading media. For details, contact your service provider. Available icons may vary depending on your region. ›› Browse web pages 1 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Internet to launch a specified homepage.
2 Navigate web pages with the following keys: 1 2 The above screen may differ depending on your region or service provider. Number 1 2 Function Enter an web address of the web page to access. Open a list of saved bookmarks, frequently visited pages and recent internet history. While browsing the web page, use the following options: • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen. You can also use • • the two finger zoom; Place your two fingers on the screen and slowly pinch or spread apart.
• To reload the current web page, press [ ] → Refresh. • To go to the next page in history, press [ ] → Forward. • To bookmark the current web page, press [ ] → Add bookmark. • To add the bookmark shortcut to the idle screen, press [ ] → More → Add shortcut to Home. • To add the RSS feed, press [ ] → Add RSS feeds. • To search for text on the web page, press [ ] → More → Find on page. • To view the web page details, press [ • • • ] → More → Page info.
From the bookmark list, tap and hold a bookmark and use the following options: • To open the web page in the current window, select Open. • To open the web page in a new window, select Open in new window. • To edit the bookmark details, select Edit bookmark. • To add the bookmark shortcut to the idle screen, select Add shortcut to Home. • To send the web address of the web page to others, select Share link. • To copy the web address of the web page, select Copy link URL.
DCD Learn to receive a variety of news and real time information about sports and entertainment at any moment. This information will be displayed in the DCD panel on the idle screen. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select DCD. Receive a variety of news and real time information about sports and entertainment at any moment. For more details, contact your service provider. Game Hall You can access the game website to download new games.
Mobile Music You can access the online music store, and search for and buy your favourite songs. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mobile Music. Mobile Reader Learn to access the online ebook reader service and read electronic book, contents, such as a variety of books, newspaper, and magazines. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mobile Reader. Select a category → an ebook content. Mobile Stock Learn to access online stock service preset by your service provider.
Mobile TV You can watch popular TV programs with your device. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mobile TV. Mobile Video Learn to access the VOD (Video-On-Demand) service to play streaming videos. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Mobile Video. Search for and play videos. Search You can search for applications in your device and specific data on the web. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Search.
Connectivity Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of about 10 m without requiring a physical connection. You do not need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth. If the devices are within range of one another, you can exchange information between them even if they are located in different rooms.
›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Bluetooth settings → Scan for devices. Select a device. Enter a PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature or the other device’s Bluetooth PIN, if it has one, and select OK. Alternatively, select Pair to match the PIN between your device and the device. When the owner of the other device enters the same PIN or accepts the connection, pairing is complete.
›› Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Bluetooth settings → Discoverable. Your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices for 120 seconds. When prompted, select Pair to match the Bluetooth PIN or enter the Bluetooth PIN and select OK (if necessary). Open the shortcuts panel. Select the Bluetooth share notification → Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device.
›› Activate the WLAN feature In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Wi-Fi. An active WLAN running in the background will consume battery power. To preserve battery power, activate the WLAN only when needed. ›› Find and connect to a WLAN 1 2 3 4 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Wi-Fi settings. The device will automatically search for available WLANs. Select a network under WLAN networks.
Mobile network sharing Learn to set your device as a wireless modem or wireless access point for PCs or other devices, and share your device’s mobile network connection. ›› Share your device’s mobile network via WLAN 1 2 3 4 5 88 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Tethering & portable hotspot. Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to activate the mobile AP feature.
›› Share your device’s mobile network via USB You can set your device as a wireless modem for PCs and share your device’s mobile network connection via USB. 1 2 3 Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → Tethering & portable hotspot. Select USB tethering to activate the USB tethering feature. Your device will share the mobile network connection on your PC.
Do not touch the internal antenna area or cover this area with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions. This feature may be unavailable depending on your region or service provider. You must activate location services to receive location information and search the map. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Location & security.
›› Connect with Samsung Kies Ensure that Samsung Kies is installed on your PC. You can download the program from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/kies). 1 2 Using a PC data cable, connect the multifunction jack on your device to a PC. Samsung Kies will launch automatically. If Samsung Kies does not automatically launch, doubleclick the Samsung Kies icon on your PC. Copy files from the PC to the device. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
6 7 Copy files from the PC to the memory card. When you are finished, select Turn off USB storage. To disconnect the device from the PC, click the USB device icon on the Windows task bar and click the option to safely remove the mass storage device. Then remove the PC data cable from the PC. Otherwise, you may lose data stored on the memory card or damage the memory card.
Option Function VPN name Enter a name of the VPN server. Set VPN server Enter the IP address of the VPN server. Enable encryption Set IPsec preshared key Enable L2TP secret Set L2TP secret Set user certificate Set CA certificate DNS search domains 4 Set to encrypt the VPN server. Enter a pre-shared key. Set to use the L2TP secret password. Enter the L2TP secret password. Select a user certificate that the VPN server uses to identify you.
›› Connect to a private network 1 2 3 94 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings → Wireless & networks → VPN setitngs → Add VPN. Select a private network to connect. Enter the user name and password and select Connect.
Tools Clock Learn to use clock display on the Idle screen, and set and control alarms for important events. ›› Use the clock display 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Clock. While using the clock display, use the following features: • To create or delete an alarm, select . • To play a slideshow with photos in Gallery, select . • To launch the music player, select . • To return to the idle screen, select .
Calculator Learn to perform mathematical calculations directly on your device like a typical hand-held or desktop calculator. 1 2 3 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Calculator. Use the keys that correspond to the calculator display to perform basic mathematical operations. Press [ ] → Advanced panel to use scientific calculator. Downloads Learn to open and manage files you have downloaded from the web and email. 1 2 3 96 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Downloads.
My files Learn to quickly and easily access all of your images, videos, music, sound clips, and other types of files stored in your device and memory card. 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select My files. Select a folder → a file. In a folder, press [ ] to use the following options: • To send a file to others via multimedia message, email or • • • • • the Bluetooth wireless feature, select Share. To create a new folder, select Create folder. To delete files or folders, select Delete.
Task manager With the task manager, you can view currently running applications, package size of applications, and memory information, and monitor the RAM memory. 1 2 98 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Task manager. Use the following options: • Active applications: View the list of all the applications currently running on your device. • Package: View the package size of applications installed on your device. • RAM: Check and manage the RAM memory.
Settings Access the Settings menu 1 2 In Idle mode, open the application list and select Settings. Select a setting category and select an option. Wireless & networks Change the settings for wireless network connections. ›› Flight mode Disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. ›› Wi-Fi Turn the WLAN feature on or off. ► p. 87 ›› Wi-Fi settings • Wi-Fi: Turn the WLAN feature on or off. ► p.
›› Bluetooth Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ► p. 84 ›› Bluetooth settings • Bluetooth: Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. ► p. 84 • Device name: Set a Bluetooth name for your device. • Discoverable: Set your device to be visible to other Bluetooth devices. • Scan for devices: Search for available Bluetooth devices.
›› Mobile networks • Use packet data: Set to allow packet switched data networks for network services. • Data roaming: Set the device to connect another network • • • when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). Use only 2G networks: Set to connect only to a GPRS or EDGE network. Network operators: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming. Call settings Customise the settings for calling features.
›› Reject call with message Select a message to be sent to a caller when you reject a call. ›› Auto reject Enable or disable the auto reject feature and specify a list of callers to automatically reject. ›› Answering call Set how to answer calls by pressing any key or set the device to answer automatically after a specified period. ›› Prefix dialling Activate prefix dialling and set up prefix dialling numbers. ›› Alerts on call Activate or deactivate alerts during a call.
›› Voicemail service Select your service provider's voicemail service. You can also select other voicemail services if you downloaded applications that support them. ›› Voicemail number Enter the number to access the voicemail service. You can obtain this number from your service provider. ›› Use call fail options Select whether or not to retry a voice call when a video call fails to connect.
›› Call barring Block incoming or outgoing calls. ›› Call forwarding Divert incoming calls to another number. ›› Additional settings • Caller ID: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls. • Call waiting: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress. Sound Change the settings for various sounds on your device. • Silent mode: Activate the silent mode to mute all sounds except media sounds and alarm ringtones. • Vibrate: Set when the device will vibrate for various events.
• Audible selection: Set the device to sound when you select an application or option on the touch screen. • Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touch screen. • Haptic feedback: Set the device to vibrate when you touch the keys. Display Change the settings for the display. • Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. • Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to rotate the content automatically when the device is rotated.
• Set up screen lock: Set the unlock security code. When • • • • • • • you have set your security code, this option changes to Change screen lock. -- None: Disable the screen lock. -- Pattern: Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen. -- PIN: Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen. -- Password: Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock the screen. Set up SIM card lock: -- Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.
Applications Change the settings for managing installed applications. • Unknown sources: Select to download applications • • • • • from any source. If you do not select this option, you can download applications only from Android Market. Manage applications: Access the list of the applications installed on the device and check the application information. Running services: View the services you are using and access them to manage.
Accounts & sync Change the settings for the auto sync feature or manage accounts for synchronisation. • Background data: Select this setting to use the auto sync • feature. The auto sync will run in the background without opening applications and synchronise data. Auto-sync: Set the device to synchronise contact, calendar, and email data automatically. Privacy Factory data reset: Reset your settings to the factory default values.
›› Samsung IME • Input Mode: Select the default input method, such as the • • QWERTY keyboard, traditional keypad, or handwriting screen. English Prediction: Activate XT9 mode to enter text using Predictive input mode. Input Language: Select languages for text input. You cannot enter text in some languages. To enter text, you should change the writing language to one of the supported languages. • Fuzzy Pinyin Input: Customize the Fuzzy settings.
Accessibility Change the settings for accessibility features. • Accessibility: Activate an accessibility application you • have downloaded, such as Talkback or Kickback, which provide voice, melody, or vibration feedback. The power key ends calls: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power/Lock key.
Overview of menu functions The following table shows available menus in Menu mode. The order of menus may differ depending on the software of the device and you are able to change the order. Available menus may differ depending on your service provider or SIM or USIM card.
Moble Video ► 83 Game Hall ► 81 My files ► 97 Voice recorder ► 76 1 1. Additional folders will be available if you insert a memory card.
Troubleshooting When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: Code Password PIN PUK PIN2 Try this to solve the problem: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set for the device. When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu.
The touch screen responds slowly or improperly If your device has a touch screen and the touch screen is not responding properly, try the following: • Remove any protective covers from the touch screen. • • • • Protective covers may prevent the device from recognising your inputs and are not recommended for touch screen devices. Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the touch screen. Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Calls are being dropped When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose your connection to the network. Move to another area and try again. Outgoing calls are not connected • Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key. • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. Incoming calls are not connected • Ensure that your device is turned on.
When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected • Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list. • Re-enter and save the number, if necessary. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the contact's phone number. The device beeps and the battery icon flashes Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery to continue using the device. The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off • The battery terminals may be dirty.
Error messages appear when launching the camera Your Samsung mobile device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged. • Free some memory by transferring files to a PC or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device.
Another Bluetooth device is not located • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device. • Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to, if necessary. • Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Safety precautions To prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your device, read all of the following information before using your device.
Safety and usage information Ensure access to emergency services Emergency calls from your device may not be possible in some areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an alternate method of contacting emergency services personnel. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
Safety and usage information SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network.
Safety and usage information device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure • This equipment has been tested and guidelines.
Safety and usage information interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Safety and usage information Cautions Changes or modifications made in the radio phone, not expressly approved by Samsung, will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to the phone. Although your phone is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken.
If you are using a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio interference Some hearing aids may be interfered with by the radio frequency of your device. Contact the manufacturer to ensure the safety of your hearing aid. Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments • • • • Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the battery. Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments.
• • • • • • • Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic.
Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to 50 °C • • • Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach up to 80 °C. Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time (such as on the dashboard of a car). Store the battery at 0 °C to 40 °C. Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys and necklaces • • Your device may become deformed or malfunction.
Maximum battery life This information is based on fully charged batteries. Standard battery (xxxx mAh) Battery Time1 Standby time GSM WCDMA up to xxx hours up to xxx hours Voice call time2 up to xxx minutes up to xxx minutes Video call time up to XXX hours up to XXX minutes 1. Battery life is affected by many conditions, including your usage habits and the condition of the battery. As a result, all talk times and standby times are estimates and cannot be guaranteed. 2.
• • Avoid contact with your device’s internal antenna. Touching the antenna may reduce the call quality or cause the device to transmit more radio frequency than necessary. Hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press (such as templates and predictive text), and take frequent breaks. Protect your hearing • • • Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage.
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Do not allow children to use your device Your device is not a toy.
Do not distribute copyright-protected material Do not distribute copyright-protected material that you have recorded to others without the permission of the content owners. Doing this may violate copyright laws. The manufacturer is not liable for any legal issues caused by the user’s illegal use of copyrighted material.
Disclaimer Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or other intellectual property laws. Such content and services are provided solely for your personal noncommercial use. You may not use any content or services in a manner that has not been authorised by the content owner or service provider.
■■Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your device depending on the software of your device or your service provider.
